Jul 05, 2023 | Medscape

Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Raises Risks at Future Pregnancy Despite LV Recovery

Medscape references an interview with Afshan B. Hameed, MD, professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, in its discussion about women with a history of peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM).

Jul 05, 2023 | Becker's Orthopedic Review

'The growth mindset is critical': Advice for up-and-coming orthopedic surgeons

James R. Learned, MD, assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, offers advice for up-and-coming orthopaedic surgeons.

Jul 04, 2023 | The Good Men Project

Research Sheds Light on the Physical, Mental and Financial Costs of Nonfatal Mass Shooting Injuries

Mark I. Langdorf, MD, professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine, is the senior author of a recent study on nonfatal mass shooting injuries and the impact mass shootings have on the patient, health care resources and public health.

Jul 01, 2023 | Scientific American

Adjusting Your Body Clock May Stave Off Cancer

Selma Masri, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry, talks to Scientific American about how circadian disruption raises cancer risk.

Jul 01, 2023 | Health

1 in 4 People With Diabetes Have This Sight-Threatening Condition, Study Finds

Mitul C. Mehta, MD, associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology, talks to Health about diabetic retinopathy, or eye damage as a result from the disease, which affects nearly 10 million people with diabetes in the U.S.

Jun 27, 2023 | Forbes Health

CBD Water: What It Is, Its Benefits And Where To Buy It

Daniele Piomelli, PhD, director of the UCI Center for the Study of Cannabis and professor in the Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology, talks about CBD water and how it's unlikely to offer any benefits.

Jun 26, 2023 | The Washington Post

Taking charge of heart health in pregnancy — and after — is crucial

Afshan Hameed, MD, professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, talks about pregnancy's impact on a woman's cardiovascular system.

Jun 23, 2023 | Verywell Health

Long-Term Beta-Blocker Use May Not Benefit Certain Patients, Studies Find

Andy Y. Lee, MD, assistant professor in the Division of Cardiology, talks about the future of heart disease care and when beta-blockers can be helpful.

Jun 21, 2023 | Futurity

Traditional medicine plant extracts may treat ataxia

A new UCI-led study finds that plant extracts used by indigenous people hold promise for the treatment of ataxia.

Jun 21, 2023 | San Francisco Chronicle

Experts dispute ‘fairness’ arguments in trans athlete participation

Eric Vilain, MD, PhD, geneticist and professor in the Department of Pediatrics, contributes to discussions regarding the inclusion of transgender athletes.